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RGB FUSION AORUS' 200 seriesSet the Color that Matches Your StyleAORUS' 200 series AORUS' 200 series AORUS' 200 series AORUS' 200 seriesAORUS' 200 series motherboards boast the most advanced LED system in the market today. With more customizability than ever and a convenient and intuitive UI thanks to the RGB Fusion App, you’ll have a blast making your AORUS your own. LED enthusiasts now have even more options with the ability to customize multiple zones independently. For a more functional use, the bright and vibrant LEDs can be configured to display the PC’s temperature or load. For even more LED goodness RGBW strips are now supported for more true and vibrant whites.

AORUS' 200 series AORUS' 200 series AORUS' 200 series AORUS' 200 series AORUS' 200 series AORUS' 200 series AORUS' 200 seriesSurround Lighting AORUS' 200 seriesNow offering more LED customizations than ever, users can truly adapt their PC to represent their lifestyle. With full RGB support and a redesigned RGB Fusion application, the user has complete control over the LEDs which surround the motherboard.

Swappable Overlay for Accent LEDAORUS brings even more color and life to your system with an Accent LED Overlay. This overlay complements the RGB Fusion technology in AORUS Motherboards adding more flare and style to your gaming machine. With the swappable overlay users can utilize different patterns and designs to make their system their own.

Supports RGBW Light StripsIndependently Programmable Onboard Pin Header for RGBW LED StripsNot bright enough? You can install standard 12V external RGB or RGBW light strips on the RGBW pin header and control its color from the RGB Fusion software. With RGBW light strips that have a dedicated white color LED, you can have brighter and more vibrant colors.

No need to worry when choosing light strips as the AORUS motherboards support a wide variety of RGBW light strips on the market thanks to the RGB Fusion software that allows users to redefine the pin location for the R/G/B Signal.

AORUS' 200 series AORUS' 200 seriesRGB Fusion (Advanced mode)With the all new RGB Fusion software, users have access to different preset LED lighting configurations with choice of colors. You can even set the LEDs to synchronize with your favorite music or have them change colors to indicate the CPU temperature.

For true lighting experts there is an Advanced Mode, which can be fully customized by individual area with its own effects and color transitions, along with specific duration and transition times.

Once done, it’s simple to save and share your lighting profile with others.

AORUS' 200 seriesIndependent ControlCustomized different color for different section of boardSynchronize with GIGABYTE Graphics CardsSynchronize colors with select GIGABYTE graphics cards to complete the feel of your system.Fully CustomizableAdjust lighting animation with color stops, color duration, trnsition period, and color effects.Lighting ProfileSave, export and import profiles to quickly change effects based on your preference and to share with others.Smart Fan 5 AORUS' 200 seriesWith Smart Fan 5 users can ensure that their gaming PC can maintain its performance while staying cool. Smart Fan 5 allows users to interchange their fan headers to reflect different thermal sensors at different locations on the motherboard. Not only that, with Smart Fan 5 more hybrid fan headers that support both PWM and Voltage mode fans have been introduced to make the motherboard more liquid cooling friendly.

AORUS' 200 seriesInteroperable Sensors and FansEach fan can be customized to operate at different speeds according to any defined temperature source input (except the CPU fan).AORUS' 200 seriesFan CurveCustomize fan curves based on specific temperatures with the intuitive graphical UI.Enhanced BIOS Interface AORUS' 200 seriesThe enhanced BIOS interface also has the advanced features seen in the Smart Fan 5 UI, such as: the ability to set triggers based on different temperature sensors on the board, fan curve definition and the temperature interval setting, which can prevent fan rotation noise caused by sudden temperature change—all without having to load Windows.

AORUS' 200 seriesHigh-End Audio Capacitors AORUS' 200 seriesAORUS Gaming motherboards use high-end Japanese Nichicon audio capacitors. These high quality capacitors help deliver high resolution and high fidelity audio to provide the most realistic sound effects for gamers.

AORUS' 200 series AORUS' 200 seriesAORUS' 200 series AORUS' 200 seriesImmersive VR Gaming Experience AORUS' 200 seriesVR requires more performance than Full HD graphics for a steady 60FPS or greater.Only Gaming PCs can provide the best VR experience.Recommended configuration for VR Gaming PCGraphics Card: NVIDIA GTX 1050/AMD R9 290 or greater, Compatible HDMI 1.3 video outputCPU:Intel i5-7600K equivalent or greaterMotherboard: GIGABYTE X99/Z270/Z170/H170/B150 motherboardsMemory: 8GB RAM or greaterUSB Ports: 3x USB 3.0 ports plus 1x USB 2.0 port or greaterOS: Windows 7 SP1 64 bit or newerTo create a seamless VR experience AORUS Motherboards offer the best features to make your virtual reality feel like your actual reality. With technologies such as NVMe support via M.2 or U.2 and a one piece metal shielding to brace for heavier discrete graphics cards it's obvious that AORUS has the tools you need to start your journey in VR. To set the mood AORUS Motherboards include RGB Fusion to put you in the center of action.

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AORUS' Z270 motherboards offers the industry’s best compatibility in terms of NVMe storage for users who demand high capacity and seek the best performance. AORUS' unique design supports up to three Intel 750 Series NVMe PCIe SSDs which can be configured in RAID for record speeds of up to 3525 MB/s (Sequential Read), making AORUS the obvious choice for the ultimate PC.

AORUS' 200 seriesAORUS' 200 seriesU.2 Onboard (NVMe PCIe Gen3 x4)NVMe Performance for PCIe SSDsThe new Intel 750 series SSDs offer an incredible increase in performance over SATA drives. Using the NVMe protocol which takes advantage of the fast bandwidth of PCIe Gen3 x4 lanes (32 Gb/s), the drives are a clear advantage for users looking to boot their OS faster, load their games in a flash and access large files without waiting. By implementing the U.2 port onboard to support the 2.5” Intel 750 Series drive, AORUS ensures that the users can benefit from the best performance.SSDs and cables not included.

AORUS' 200 seriesAORUS' 200 seriesConnecting the Future - USB Type-C™The World's Next Universal ConnectorReversible USB Type-C™ with USB 3.1 Gen 2Turbo B-Clock AORUS' 200 seriesBuilt-in Advanced Performance Tuning ICTurbo B-Clock Tuning IC in the AORUS 200 series motherboards enable overclockers to have the ability to change their BCLK frequency to a desired value of their choice. With the new linear range adjustment option of the Tuning IC, ranges from 90MHz to 500MHz are now possible, so that overclockers are not limited to the 5% ranges of traditional straps.*Turbo B-Clock overclocking range may vary according to CPU capabilities.

Diagnostic LEDs AORUS' 200 seriesHardware Troubleshooting at a GlanceOnboard LEDs controlled by the system BIOS indicate if a malfunction is occurring, allowing users to quickly diagnose which major component (CPU/DDR/VGA/HDD) is malfunctioning so they may take action promptly.

Support for DDR4 XMP Up to 4000MHz and Beyond*AORUS is offering a tested and proven platform that ensures proper compatibility with profiles up to 4000MHz and beyond. All users need to do to attain this performance boost is to ensure that their memory module is XMP capable and that the XMP function is activated and enabled on their AORUS motherboard.

AORUS' 200 seriesWhat is XMP?DDR4 memory modules are available at a stock frequency of 2133MHz, but as frequency tweaking requires a considerable amount of effort and knowledge, memory vendors encode XMP profiles which can automatically modify the timings of the supported memory modules to work with your CPU and to achieve increased performance.* XMP Profile support may vary depending on memory module. Please visit www.gigabyte.com to see the complete validated memory support list. Product features may vary by model.Product features may vary by model.

AORUS' 200 series AORUS' 200 seriesGA-Z170X-UD3 UltraAnti-sulfur product: An alloy layer has been added to protect the silver layer and prevents the sulfurization reaction from taking place.GA-Z170X-UD3 UltraWithout the anti-sulfur layer: The electrode terminals lack a protective layer, which means that oxygen or other environmental elements can penetrate the Ni (Nickel) layer causing a sulfurization reaction and degrade the ability for the electrode to conduct electricity properly.

Anti-Sulfur Resistor DesignSulfur compounds in the air can penetrate tiny onboard resistors creating chemical change and causing these resistors to open or short. If either of these occurs the motherboard will fail to function. By equipping resistors with an Anti-Sulfur Design AORUS gives Ultra Durable Motherboards a whole new meaning.

Refreshed BIOS Easy, Smart, and FriendlyThe BIOS is essential for users during initial setup to allow for the most optimal settings. With a new GUI and easier to use functionalities, GIGABYTE has been able to reinvent the BIOS to give users a better experience while setting up their new system.* Photos are for reference only. Product features may vary by model.

GA-Z170X-UD3 UltraGIGABYTE APP Center GA-Z170X-UD3 UltraThe GIGABYTE APP Center gives you easy access to a wealth of GIGABYTE apps that help you get the most from your GIGABYTE motherboard. Using a simple, unified user interface, GIGABYTE APP Center allows you to easily launch all GIGABYTE apps installed on your system, check related updates online, and download the latest apps, drivers, and BIOS.

EasyTune™GIGABYTE's EasyTune™ is a simple and easy-to-use interface that allows users to fine-tune their system settings or adjust system and memory clocks and voltages in a Windows environment. With Smart Quick Boost, one click is all it takes to automatically overclock your system, giving an added performance boost when you need it the most.

System Information ViewerGIGABYTE System Information Viewer is a central location that gives you access to your current system status. Monitor components such as the clocks and processor, set your preferred fan speed profile, create alerts when temperatures get too high or record your system’s behavior; these are the possibilities of the System Information Viewer.

GA-Z170X-UD3 Ultra@BIOSThe GIGABYTE @BIOS app allows you to update your system’s BIOS from within Windows using a simple and slick graphical user interface. @BIOS can automatically download the latest version from the GIGABYTE servers or you can update your BIOS from a file on your computer. @BIOS also allows you to save your current BIOS to a file, recover your previous BIOS from an image and backup your BIOS to an image.

GA-Z170X-UD3 Ultra3D OSD3D OSD automatically detects and displays your system information during games, allowing you to easily get a hold of your system information without switching between screens.

GA-Z170X-UD3 UltraGIGABYTE Patented DualBIOS™ (UEFI) DesignGIGABYTE Ultra Durable™ motherboards feature GIGABYTE DualBIOS™, an exclusive technology from GIGABYTE that protects arguably one of your PC's most crucial components, the BIOS. GIGABYTE DualBIOS™ means that your motherboard has both a 'Main BIOS' and a 'Backup BIOS', protecting users from BIOS failure due to virus, hardware malfunction, improper OC settings or power failure during the update process.

GA-Z170X-UD3 UltraLong Lifespan Durable Black™ Solid CapsAORUS motherboards integrate the absolute best quality solid state capacitors that are rated to perform at maximum efficiency for extended periods, even in extreme performance configurations. With ultra-low ESR no matter how high the CPU load, this provides peace of mind for end users who want to push their system hard, yet demand absolute reliability and stability. These exclusive capacitors also come in customized jet black, exclusively on AORUS motherboards.

GA-Z170X-UD3 Ultra GA-Z170X-UD3 UltraEasy to Install "G-Connector" DesignThe tiny cables of the front panel connectors can be hard to manipulate as space is restricted and indicators being tiny. With the G-Connector, you can connect all the FP cables at once, simplifying the process of building your next PC and saving you some frustrations.

GA-Z170X-UD3 UltraTriDef® SmartCam | Custom Stream ModdingTo facilitate being the full streaming solution each AORUS motherboard includes TriDef® SmartCam software, you are now able to remove backgrounds without the hassle of using a green screen. Through the SmartCam application you can now apply live filters, and fully control your background, not only while streaming, but also through other video applications such as Skype.*Free 1 month TriDef® SmartCam License.

Expansion Slots

1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16 (PCIEX16) * For optimum performance, if only one PCI Express graphics card is to be installed, be sure to install it in the PCIEX16 slot.

1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x8 (PCIEX8) * The PCIEX8 slot shares bandwidth with the PCIEX16 slot. When the PCIEX8 slot is populated, the PCIEX16 slot operates at up to x8 mode.

1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x4 (PCIEX4) * The PCIEX4 slot shares bandwidth with all of the PCI Express x1 slots. When the PCIEX1_1, PCIEX1_2 or PCIEX1_3 slot is populated, the PCIEX4 slot operates at up to x1 mode.